England's Rugby Football Union (RFU) is launching initiatives to 'listen to and learn from people across the game' as it looks to implement a lower tackle height in community rugby matches, the governing body said on Thursday.The RFU announced in January that tackling above the waist will be banned in the
England's Rugby Football Union is launching initiatives to"listen to and learn from people across the game" as it looks to implement a lower tackle height in community rugby matches, the governing body said on Thursday.
After the guidelines were met with widespread criticism, the RFU apologised for causing"anger and concern". "In addition to the survey, there will also be a series of online and face-to-face consultations across the country. The RFU has been working with constituent bodies to ensure the consultation reaches a broad and representative cross-section of people...
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